Football Preview: Clinton Yellowjackets vs. Dover Pirates
The Clinton Yellowjackets will head out to square off against the Dover Pirates at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Neither Clinton nor Dover posted many points in their last games, so it might be the defenses that decide this one.
Clinton will head out to face Dover after giving up their first home loss of the season on Friday. Clinton was outmatched by Dardanelle at home and fell 48-12. The contest marked the Yellowjackets' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
Meanwhile, Dover was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They had to suffer through a 35-8 loss at the hands of Lamar. The Pirates were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-0.
Clinton's loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 5-1. As for Dover, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-5.
Everything came up roses for Clinton against Dover in their previous matchup back in November of 2023, as the squad secured a 45-12 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for Clinton since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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